Payroll Specialist
3 weeks ago
Payroll Specialist role at Whitehorse City Council. This is a full-time, new position.
Salary: $105k to $117k per annum + 12% Superannuation
Join to apply for this role and contribute to the community-focused transformation at Whitehorse City Council.
Responsibilities- Lead Council's payroll function to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll services.
- Provide strategic oversight of payroll policies, procedures, and systems.
- Drive continuous improvement and strong governance in payroll operations.
- Provide high-level administration and technical support of the HR/Payroll system.
- Train and build capability for system users; develop and maintain payroll systems and frameworks to support operational excellence and a positive employee experience.
- Tertiary qualifications in Payroll, Finance, Human Resources, or a related discipline (desirable).
- Extensive experience managing and administering payroll in a medium to large organisation with a focus on compliance, governance, and audit requirements.
- Strong customer service, communication, and negotiation skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organisation.
- Demonstrated experience in HR/Payroll system administration and reporting; strong technical skills in Microsoft Office and payroll systems.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to guide, mentor, and support team members to achieve high performance and continuous improvement.
- Great working conditions with a professional, supportive environment and flexible work-life balance.
- Extensive Health and Wellbeing offerings, employee assistance programs, health checks and discounted gym memberships.
- Career opportunities and transformation programs to empower continuous improvement.
- Reward and recognition programs, learning opportunities and leadership development.
Further information is available from Suzy Ellingsen on To apply, please submit a copy of your resume (max 5 pages) and a one-page statement addressing the selection criteria by Sunday 21 September 2025.
Download the Position Description: Payroll Specialist
City of Whitehorse is committed to a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace and to upholding child safety policies.
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